New Birmingham Bins Anger as Collections Axed; Taxpayers Told Tip Waste

New Birmingham Bins Anger as Collections Axed; Taxpayers Told Tip Waste

Birmingham residents face suspended recycling pickups and a 7.5% tax hike. They now must dispose of waste at the local dump during strikes. New Birmingham Bins Anger as Collections Axed; Taxpayers Told Tip Waste Birmingham residents have had recycling pickup stopped. The city told them to use the local dump instead. This detail was in…

Police Insist Officers Will Still Be On Streets Despite Station Closure

Police Insist Officers Will Still Be On Streets Despite Station Closure

Brierley Hill police station is closing, moving to Dudley. Police say response times will not be affected, but concerns about safety remain. Police Insist Officers Will Still Be On Streets Despite Station Closure The police are closing their Brierley Hill base. It’s on Bank Street. They are moving to a newer place in Dudley. The…

Fireplace Fines Loom: £300 Penalties for UK Homes in 53 English Towns

Fireplace Fines Loom: £300 Penalties for UK Homes in 53 English Towns

UK residents in 53 English towns face £300 fines for smoking chimneys in smoke control zones; using unauthorized fuel could cost up to £1,000. Fireplace Fines Loom: £300 Penalties for UK Homes in 53 English Towns Folks in the UK could face chimney fines. These fines can reach £300. Smoke control areas exist in the…

Birmingham Council Crisis Continues: More Cuts Confirmed in Another Painful Budget

Birmingham Council Crisis Continues: More Cuts Confirmed in Another Painful Budget

Birmingham faces more budget cuts amounting to £150 million, and a 7.5% council tax rise in 2025/26, continuing from their prior bankruptcy. Birmingham Council Crisis Continues: More Cuts Confirmed in Another Painful Budget Birmingham City Council declared bankruptcy nearly a year and a half ago. This event caused much trouble. They cut local services and…

Birmingham Airport Parking Change Starts This Month: Feature Removed for Speed

Birmingham Airport Parking Change Starts This Month: Feature Removed for Speed

Birmingham Airport updates parking this month, removing barriers. Enhancing efficiency with AutoPay and ANPR to quicken drop-offs and reduce congestion. Birmingham Airport Parking Change Starts This Month: Feature Removed for Speed Birmingham Airport is changing some car parks. The change begins this month. They will remove barriers in some areas. This will make things faster.…

Brilliant Birmingham pizza traders announce next chapter in new Barnt Green home

Brilliant Birmingham pizza traders announce next chapter in new Barnt Green home

Cofton Pizza has relocated to Barnt Green, partnering with The Garrity now Cofton on The Green, aiming to bring Neapolitan pizza to the village. Brilliant Birmingham pizza traders announce next chapter in new Barnt Green home A Birmingham pizza place has a new home. It is now in Barnt Green village. Cofton Pizza moved on…

Win-win verdict in Bristol arena bike lane plans near YTL Arena site

Win-win verdict in Bristol arena bike lane plans near YTL Arena site

A new cycle lane near the YTL Arena at Filton Airfield aims to ease traffic concerns. The council considers public feedback on Charlton Road changes. Win-win verdict in Bristol arena bike lane plans near YTL Arena site People are talking about a new cycle lane. It’s planned for North Bristol near the YTL Arena. The…

Privatisation Fears in Social Care as Firms Reap Hefty Profits

Privatisation Fears in Social Care as Firms Reap Hefty Profits

Concerns rise over potential privatisation of Bristol’s social care, amid scrutiny of firms’ profits and potential service quality impacts. Privatisation Fears in Social Care as Firms Reap Hefty Profits Bristol may privatize some social care services soon. This could save the city council money. A review will examine current services. They will decide who provides…

Birmingham Budget: £148 Million of Cuts and 7.5% Council Tax Rise Unveiled

Birmingham Budget: £148 Million of Cuts and 7.5% Council Tax Rise Unveiled

Birmingham unveils a tough budget with £148m cuts and a 7.5% council tax rise, deeply affecting adult care, children’s services, and bin collections. Birmingham Budget: £148 Million of Cuts and 7.5% Council Tax Rise Unveiled Birmingham faces big budget problems. They plan £148 million in cuts. Council tax will go up 7.5%. This will be…

Birmingham Budget Cuts: Ten Ways Your Street Could Be Impacted by the Changes

Birmingham Budget Cuts: Ten Ways Your Street Could Be Impacted by the Changes

Birmingham faces tough choices with £150 million in savings planned for 2025/26. A 7.5% tax increase and service cuts are on the way. Birmingham Budget Cuts: Ten Ways Your Street Could Be Impacted by the Changes Birmingham City Council is still struggling financially. They declared bankruptcy in 2023 and have now released their second budget…